We know what you’re thinking. “Is that a haiku?” Nope. (We had to check.)

Actually, what you’re probably thinking is “Nice try, Ellsbury.” Sure, he’s had one of the more smooth transitions from the Red Sox to the Yankees we’ve seen. That’s in part because with the Red Sox on top, we’re a bit less filled with rage for our pinstriped nemeses. It’s in part because Ellsbury never cultivated a Johnny Damon-like aura around town that made a move to New York feel like a betrayal. He’s always been a mercenary, and we knew that. And now there’s this gesture to the fans. So does that mean we won’t boo him next time he takes the plate at Fenway? Let’s ask Twitter:

Classy shout out to Red Sox Nation from Jacoby Ellsbury in Globe. Appreciate the ad revenue, bro, but we’re still gonna boo those pinstripes

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Lea

Two world championships is a big deal in this town. Jacoby is a game changer. I for one thank him and will never boo him; pinstripes or otherwise. The Red Sox had ample time to sign him to a long term deal. Who among us would have turned down that offer? It is about the money; it’s a business. I say good for him. And…..Thank You Jacoby. I may never see another Sox player steal home.